antigravity

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adjective

an·​ti·​grav·​i·​ty
ˌan-tē-ˈgra-və-tē,
ˌan-ˌtī- How to pronounce antigravity (audio)
: reducing, canceling, or protecting against the effect of gravity

antigravity

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noun

: a hypothetical effect resulting from cancellation or reduction of a gravitational field

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Earth life may not be so improbable, study suggests Unknown physics may help dark energy act as 'antigravity' throughout the universe Is there life out there? Paul Sutter, Space.com, 21 May 2025 Mario Kart 8, initially released for the Wii U and later adapted for the Nintendo Switch as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, became especially popular due to its extensive roster of characters, tracklist and antigravity racing mechanics. Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 Improve your posture and movement by experiencing antigravity fitness inspired by yoga, Pilates and calisthenics. Rana Good, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 In addition to the infrared yarn, the onesie employs antigravity technology, compression and light pressure points to further increase the lymphatic flow. Emily Burns, WWD, 18 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for antigravity

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1944, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of antigravity was in 1944

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“Antigravity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antigravity. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.

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